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Apr 18 2026SCIENCE

New Paths in Evolution: Honoring a Trailblazer

Roger Butlin devoted his life to unraveling how species arise and change. He began his work by questioning long‑held ideas about natural selection, looking for ways to test evolutionary theories with real data. His studies showed that small genetic differences can lead to big changes in how or

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Apr 18 2026LIFESTYLE

Mom’s Big Day: Cool Gifts Celebs Love

A simple way to make Mom feel special is by picking gifts that even Hollywood stars adore. Instead of matching a celebrity’s pricey wardrobe, you can choose items that add sparkle to her day. Many of the picks are everyday goodies like comfy pants or budget‑friendly bling, while a few high‑end items

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Apr 18 2026CELEBRITIES

Birthdays on April 17: Stars, Fun Facts and More

Victoria Beckham turns 52 today. She is known for her music career and now runs a beauty brand that sells makeup. Rooney Mara, who was born on April 17, is 41 years old. She lent her voice to a documentary about animals in 2018. Sean Bean celebrates his 67th birthday. He once played the hero O

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Apr 18 2026HEALTH

College Degree Linked to Rising Colon Cancer Deaths in Young Adults

The number of young adults dying from colon cancer is climbing, but the trend hits those without a college education harder than those with degrees. A new study in JAMA Oncology examined over 101, 000 deaths of people aged 25 to 49 between 1994 and 2023. Overall, deaths went from about three p

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Apr 18 2026POLITICS

New York Mayor Takes on War Costs and Rising Prices

The city’s newest mayor, a self‑described democratic socialist, recently discussed how the ongoing conflict in Iran is pushing up gasoline and other living expenses for New Yorkers. He said that while the war is a separate issue, it only adds to an already steep cost‑of‑living crisis that has been p

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Apr 18 2026POLITICS

Venezuela’s Leader Rejects Spanish Meeting, Keeps Options Open

Maria Corina Machado visited Spain to talk about Venezuela’s future. The Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez offered her a meeting, but she turned it down because the timing wasn’t right. Sanchez said he still welcomes her whenever she decides to come. Machado’s choice shows a gap between

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Apr 18 2026POLITICS

Trailblazing Illinois Lawmaker Who Crossed Aisles

Barbara Flynn Currie, who served in the Illinois House for forty years, died at 85. During a 2016 vote on Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s pension plan, she became the only Democrat to hand a handshake to three Republicans who defied their party and overrode Governor Bruce Rauner’s veto. Her career began

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Apr 18 2026BUSINESS

China’s Clean Tech Exports Surge as Global Energy Shifts

China has seen a sharp rise in the export of clean‑energy products during March, showing that its manufacturers are capitalising on a worldwide shift toward alternative power sources. The surge comes as conventional energy supplies face uncertainty, partly due to the conflict in Iran. The biggest j

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Apr 18 2026LIFESTYLE

Dogs and Homes: Finding the Right Match

The idea that some dogs are simply “difficult” is misleading. A lot of the traits people find annoying—like constant barking or high energy—were once useful for jobs such as herding or guarding. When a dog that was bred to chase cattle is left alone in an apartment, its natural instincts can feel

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Apr 18 2026HEALTH

Survivors Speak: How Women Heal After Breast Cancer

The study dives into how women who have finished breast cancer treatment feel and act as they move forward. It gathers stories from survivors to uncover the ups and downs of adjusting to a new normal. Participants share moments when they felt strong, like gaining confidence after therapy, and tim

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